Karnataka government gives nod for upgrading Raichur science centre

Boseraju highlighted the pivotal role of science centres and planetariums in fostering scientific curiosity and understanding among students.

ByPTI

Published Feb 24, 2024 | 6:33 PMUpdatedFeb 24, 2024 | 6:33 PM

NS Boseraju

Karnataka Science and Technology Minister NS Boseraju on Saturday, 24 February, said the Cabinet has approved the proposal for upgrading the existing sub-regional science centre in Raichur district as a Category-2 science centre.

The upgrade, estimated to cost ₹22.25 crore, has received Cabinet endorsement, he said.

In a statement released on Saturday, Boseraju highlighted the pivotal role of science centres and planetariums in fostering scientific curiosity and understanding among students, educators, and the public across the state.

Upgrading the science centre

Under his chairmanship at the Kalyan Karnataka Development Board, a Sub-Regional Science Centre was established spanning 10 acres in Raichur, with necessary funding facilitated.

In pursuit of advancing this science centre, Boseraju personally engaged with the Union Minister of Culture in Delhi, advocating for its upgrade, it said.

“The positive response from the Union government led to a comprehensive assessment by a central team, conducted in adherence to the guidelines outlined in the Scheme for Promotion of Culture of Science by the National Council of Science Museum. Subsequently, based on the team’s report, a proposal was presented to the cabinet for upgrading the centre to a Category-2 Science Centre. Following meticulous deliberation, the proposal garnered unanimous approval during the Cabinet meeting,” the statement added.

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